Overview

Lake Ozette within Olympic National Park provides an array of adventures for Olympic Peninsula travelers and hikers. Starting from the Ozette Ranger Station near Lake Ozette, you can day-hike on forested boardwalk trails to Cape Alava (3.1 miles) or Sand Point (3.0 miles). With appropriate timing and planning for low-tide, avid day-hikers and multi-night backpackers can complete the entire Ozette Triangle loop by hiking the 3 miles of wilderness coast between Cape Alava and Sand Point, doable hiking in either direction. Ozette is also a popular beginning/ending trailhead for multi-day treks South to Rialto (20 miles) or North to Shi Shi (15 miles).

Quick Facts

• Trail(s): Two 3 mile trails connected by 3 mile coastal section (low-tide only)

• Mileage: 9.4 mile loop

• Highest Point: 350 feet

• Difficulty: Moderate due to length, terrains, tides

• Region: Pacific Coast

Location: 2 hours from Port Angeles

For hiking through tide critical areas

Washington Trails Association

Backcountry permits required for overnight camping